backtobasics101

Hey All,

I am 23 and have been drinking consistently for several years. I have tried to stop but have been unsuccessful because I never truly thought I had an issue.

However, I am on day 2 of quitting. I feel tired, weak, depressed and extremely tired.

My whole body feels cold although It is warm in my house.



I have gone a few days without drinking before but never felt like this. I can't decide if this is because I consciously know that I'm quitting and my body is reacting?

Twinings

Welcome!

Sounds like withdrawals to me. You should really get to a doc, it can be dangerous. Don't do it on your own. They need to make sure you blood pressure is under control and a few other things.

soberhawk

Welcome to SR.

I did not freeze when I stopped – I believe people react very differently.

You are welcome to join the 24 hours sign in thread if you want.

http://www.soberrecovery.com/forums/...join-us-9.html

It is sometime helpful to remind oneself every day what one is up to.

I am glad you joined us.

backtobasics101

Thanks. Its a combination between cold & aching. Not intense but enough to be aware of it and wear extra layers.

soberhawk

I am not sure whether that is withdrawals or something else.

Alcohol withdrawals can be dangerous you should contact a professional if you are worried – you should at least not be alone.

Anna

It sounds like it is withdrawals that you are going through. You didn't experience that before, but each time we stop drinking, it gets more difficult.

I think that stopping drinking is an emotional thing too and some of the feelings you are having could be related to that. You are accepting that you can no longer drink, and that's a big deal.

Good for you on Day 2.

least

to SR! I too would suggest getting to a doctor for medical help in getting safely thru withdrawal. Be safe!

hayley86

Welcome backtobasics101, congrats on day 2. There is lots of support here. I'm glad you have joined us. Best wishes.

whiskeyman

Please go to the Doctor.
I have seen too many pass away from withdrawl

Dee74

Hi and welcome backtobasics101

That sounds pretty similar to how I would feel - something like a bad flu, aches all over, feeling cold, weary, depressed.

Like others have said do see a Dr if you're concerned

do you have a plan to stay sober?

D

backtobasics101

made an error on my first post. I actually slept for 12-13 hours and am on day 3 --

I feel better today, thinking about having a drink pretty frequently and am pretty scatter brained but physically better.

Thanks for all replies and support